The man accused of stalking supermodel Tyra Banks has been described as an overzealous fan with hopes of appearing on the star's talk show.
Brady Green's lawyers made the claims to a New York court in his trial for charges of stalking and harassing the America's Next Top Model host.
His lawyer Sydney O'Hagen told Manhattan Criminal Court that his client was "an over zealous fan", adding that Banks "presents herself as someone her fans can relate to" and invites those "inspired by her shows to reach out to her".
Prosecutor Shawn McMahon told the court, "His actions make him a stalker, not a fan."
Testimonies, including an appearance from Tyra, will start on April 27th.
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